Episodes
WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley interviews David Baldacci about his new book “The Edge,” the second installment of his “6:20 Man” series, which just got bought by Netflix. They also discuss him growing up in Virginia to become an international bestselling author, as well as his favorite movies, TV shows, music, books and sports. (Theme Music: Scott Buckley's "Clarion") Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 11/27/23
WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley chats with Ken Rodgers, Executive Producer of the new NFL Films documentary "Bye Bye Barry," now streaming on Prime Video just in time for Thanksgiving. They discuss what made Barry Sanders arguably the greatest running back of all time, as well as his shocking retirement just before breaking Walter Payton's all-time rushing record. (Theme Music: Scott Buckley's "Clarion") Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 11/22/23
WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley marks tomorrow's 60th anniversary of the JFK assassination by flashing back to this interview with Oscar winner Natalie Portman at the 2016 Washington D.C. premiere of "Jackie" at the Newseum. You'll also hear from director Pablo Larrain, producer Mickey Liddell and screenwriter Noah Oppenheim. (Theme Music: Scott Buckley's "Clarion") Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 11/21/23
WTOP's Jason Fraley interviews Andrew McMahon in the Wilderness, which rocks The Fillmore in Silver Spring, Maryland tomorrow night. They discuss his latest project, as well as his previous bands Something Corporate and Jack’s Mannequin. They also reflect on his inspirational cancer documentary “Dear Jack” about his own battle against leukemia. (Theme Music: Scott Buckley's "Clarion") Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 11/20/23
WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley interview comedian Jay Leno, who cracks up MGM National Harbor near Washington D.C. this Saturday night. Leno reflects on his favorite memories from hosting “The Tonight Show," including his rivalry with David Letterman. (Theme Music: Scott Buckley's "Clarion") Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 11/16/23
WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley interviews "She's Gotta Have It" star Tracy Camilla Johns, who presents her new photography exhibit at the Laurel Museum in Laurel, Maryland now through Thanksgiving. They discuss her shift from acting to photography, as well as memories of Spike Lee’s breakthrough 1986 film and how she hit rock bottom before her spiritual awakening. (Theme Music: Scott Buckley's "Clarion") Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 11/15/23
WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley interviews filmmaker Aviva Kempner, who screens her new documentary “A Pocketful of Miracles: A Tale of Two Siblings” today, tomorrow and Thursday at The Avalon Theatre in Washington D.C. They discuss the making of the film, her family’s tragic experience with the Holocaust and why it’s a powerful statement against rising fascism and antisemitism today. (Theme Music: Scott Buckley's "Clarion") Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 11/14/23
WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley interviews comedian Craig Ferguson, who performs live at the Hollywood Casino at Charles Town Races in West Virginia on Saturday night. He previews his standup show and reflects on his time hosting “The Late Late Show” on CBS. (Theme Music: Scott Buckley's "Clarion") Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 11/09/23
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WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley interviews pop-rock sensation LP, who performs live at The Anthem in Washington D.C. tomorrow night. They discuss their global hits like “Lost on You” and activism for the LGBTQ+ community. (Theme Music: Scott Buckley's "Clarion") Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 11/06/23
WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley marks the 130th anniversary of Tchaikovsky’s death by flashing back to this conversation with renowned ballet choreographer Matthew Bourne about his Tony-winning, gender-bending rendition of Tchaikovsky’s “Swan Lake” when it played the Kennedy Center in 2020. (Theme Music: Scott Buckley's "Clarion") Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 11/05/23
WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley marks the 15th anniversary of Barack Obama being elected the first Black president in American history on Nov. 4, 2008. He spoke with actor Parker Sawyers and Tika Sumpter about playing Barack and Michelle Obama in the indie romance “Southside with You,” which was nominated for the top prize at Sundance in 2016. (Theme Music: Scott Buckley's "Clarion") Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 11/04/23
WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley interviews R&B and soul artist Kevin Ross, who comes home to Bethesda Theater in Bethesda, Maryland tomorrow night. He discusses growing up in Washington D.C. before meeting Jamie Foxx and charting numerous hits on the R&B charts. (Theme Music: Scott Buckley's "Clarion") Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 11/02/23
WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley celebrates the 60th birthday of Big Kenny of the country-music duo Big & Rich. They spoke in 2019 when Big Kenny performed during the Congressional Baseball Game at Nats Park in Washington D.C., discussing his journey from Culpeper, Virginia to Nashville, Tennessee to record hits like “Comin’ to Your City” and “Save a Horse, Ride a Cowboy.” (Theme Music: Scott Buckley's "Clarion") Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 11/01/23
WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley interviews comedian Nimesh Patel, who performs live at the Warner Theatre in Washington D.C. on Nov. 10-11. They discuss his journey from getting discovered by Chris Rock to writing an Oscar monologue to writing for “SNL.” (Theme Music: Scott Buckley's "Clarion") Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 10/31/23
WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley interviews DJ Kool, who just learned that his iconic 1996 rap anthem “Let Me Clear My Throat” was finally certified platinum this month. He called in to celebrate the occasion and reflect on growing up in D.C. to carve out his own piece of hip-hop history. (Theme Music: Scott Buckley's "Clarion") Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 10/30/23
WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley interviews comedian Maz Jobrani, who performs live at the Kennedy Center in Washington D.C. next week on Nov. 3-4. He discusses his journey as an Iranian-American immigrant — and how comedy helps bring people together when the world is in crisis. (Theme Music: Scott Buckley's "Clarion") Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 10/26/23
WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley interviews Madison McFerrin, who performs live at Wolf Trap in Virginia this Sunday night. She discusses growing up the daughter of Grammy winner Bobby McFerrin ("Don't Worry Be Happy") to launch her own career, including this year's release of her first full-length album "I Hope You Can Forgive Me." (Theme Music: Scott Buckley's "Clarion") Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 10/25/23
WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley interviews “Queer Eye” star Karamo, who joins the 36th annual 17th Street High Heel Race near Dupont Circle in Washington D.C. this evening. They preview the event, as well as dish on his “Queer Eye” co-stars and share what it was like dancing with Taylor Swift at the L.A. premiere of her “Eras” tour concert film. (Theme Music: Scott Buckley's "Clarion") Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 10/24/23
WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley interviews country music star Phil Vassar, who performs live at The Birchmere in Alexandria, Virginia on Oct. 20. They discuss his journey from growing up in Virginia to writing huge songs for other county artists before landing his own chart-topping hits like “Six Pack Summer,” “Just Another Day in Paradise” and “In a Real Love.” (Theme Music: Scott Buckley's "Clarion") Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 10/12/23
WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley interviews Bone Thugs-N-Harmony member Flesh-N-Bone as the iconic hip-hop group performs live at Capital One Arena this Sunday with a star-studded lineup of LL Cool J, Queen Latifah, DJ Jazzy Jeff, DJ Z-Trip and The Roots. They discuss the group’s journey from Cleveland to record hits like “Thuggish Ruggish Bone,” “Tha Crossroads,” “1st of Tha Month” and “Ghetto Cowboy.” (Theme Music: Scott Buckley's "Clarion") Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...
Published 10/11/23
WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley interviews George Wallace, who performs live at the D.C. Improv on Oct. 20-21. They discuss his prolific career, from winning Funniest Male Standup at the American Comedy Awards to playing a doctor distracted by "Witchy Woman” in “Seinfeld,” which was inspired by his real life-long friendship with Jerry Seinfeld. (Theme Music: Scott Buckley's "Clarion") Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 10/10/23
WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley interviews Andy Grammer, who performs live at Hollywood Casino at Charles Town Races in West Virginia on Friday night. They discuss his career of hits from “Honey I’m Good” to “It’s Good to Be Alive (Hallelujah)” to “Fresh Eyes.” (Theme Music: Scott Buckley's "Clarion") Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 10/09/23
WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley interviews Kurt Angle about the new documentary “Angle," now streaming on Peacock. They discuss his incredible journey from winning the Olympic gold medal to becoming an all-time great WWE superstar, overcoming multiple broken necks and a painkiller addiction to come out clean on the other side. (Theme Music: Scott Buckley's "Clarion") Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 10/06/23
WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley interviews comedian Mike Epps, who performs live at MGM National Harbor near Washington D.C. on Friday and Saturday nights. They discuss his most famous roles from “Next Friday” to “How High,” “The Hangover” to “Girl’s Trip,” “The Upshaws” to “I’m a Virgo." He even shares why his “Roscoe Jenkins” co-star Martin Lawrence is the most underrated comedian of his generation. (Theme Music: Scott Buckley's "Clarion") Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...
Published 10/05/23